05/26/09

New Owners, Lost its appeal

by TheHansenHerald

I went to S&Z's recently to get my all time fave, the TLT deluxe, and enjoy a lunch hour reading the Scene and drinking fling tea. Unfortunately, they don't have the TLT deluxe and was told that it was because of the new ownership. Why change something that was obviously loved? The place overall does not have the same feel and I am sad to say I have not been back since.

• Pros: Reminds me of the old S&Z's, Fling Tea
• Cons: Missing the TLT Deluxe, place doesn't have the same coziness

04/24/09

Wish items had remained same.

by MC1979

Went back to show my friend the veggie burger that was so good the one time I had it. Unfortunately it was a pre-bought patty and felt like a waste of time even dining there. Also was bummed the pasta salad was different and sorta dry.

Liked some of the new things inside the place but really must fix the food back to the standards it was before I would return.

03/23/09

Not going back

by JCUB70

Sam & Zoe's has long been my favorite coffee spot in town - they had great brews, great food, and the staff were always friendly and fun. Since the new management has taken over I have been in four times - trying to 'make' myself like all the changes because I hated to lose my favorite spot. Not only did they axe my absolute favorite menu items - the TLT deluxe which was the best tofu sandwich I have ever eaten, but they also got rid of the to-die-for chocolate cake. The staff now are so rude...I was waiting to order a cup of coffee for almost ten minutes on my last visit and did not even get an apology. I miss the quaint mismatched chairs and local artists handiwork on the walls. Instead of quaint local hang-out, the place reminds me of a Subway - with potato chip bar and a stark sterile environment. Ugh, not only that, but when I went this past Saturday they were blaring 50's tunes... I mean, there is only so much one can take.

I also miss being able to choose from several different blends of coffee - now what they have is what you get...and what you get it just not worth the stop. Heaven forbid you want a refill - the 'super' staff have to get it for you and they might just bite your arm off first...that is if they ever get around to serving you.

I am all for change if it is good change...none of the changes I have observed here are. I am sad to say it, but this long-time customer is not going back. Portland Brew, here I come.

• Pros: the front porch
• Cons: rude staff, new menu, sterile and unfriendly atmosphere